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bluesnowman
Frequent Contributor

Re: How to start credit.

OP, I suggest you answer these questions so that we are better able to help you. Also, you could start with your bank and see what they have to offer since they probably know your banking history better then we do. A secured card or a student card would be good for you as well. 

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daybreakgonesXe
Valued Contributor

Re: How to start credit.

Although everyone has pretty much advised you of these things, check out this post I made: http://ficoforums.myfico.com/t5/Credit-Cards/quot-Start-From-Scratch-quot-Credit-Builders-Handbook/m...

 

Go through the checklist. Good luck! Smiley Happy

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BearsAndTurtlesRtheBest
Senior Contributor

Re: How to start credit.

With you already having a job, Id say have someone add you as an Authorized User. It will really help you.

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